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"Went From A Tin Roof To An AC Hall": Sakshi Malik On Life-Changing Olympic Medal

Rio Games bronze medallist wrestler Sakshi Malik feels winning an Olympic medal not only transforms an athlete's life but also impacts society, creating numerous opportunities for children. Sakshi became the first woman wrestler to secure an Olympic medal, winning a bronze at the Rio Games in 2016. "An Olympic dream is not just an athlete's dream; it's the dream of an entire family. Winning an Olympic medal transforms not only the life of the athlete but also the lives of their family, society, and village," Sakshi said at a media event in Mumbai organised by JSW Sports on Friday.

Mark Wood Added To England Squad For Second Test Against West Indies

Tearaway pacer Mark Wood has been added to England's squad for the second Test against West Indies, starting at Trent Bridge on Thursday. Wood comes in after veteran pacer James Anderson retired from international cricket following England's crushing win over West Indies by an innings and 114 runs at Lord's. Wood's last Test appearance came against India at Dharamshala in March and didn't play the first Test at Lord's due to him recently featuring for England in the 2024 Men's T20 World Cup in the West Indies last month. England are having a 1-0 lead in the ongoing three-match Test series against the West Indies.

‘Secular spirituality’: More and more non-religious pilgrims are walking Spain’s Camino

In her early 30s, Rachael Sanborn found herself in a bad relationship and dreaming of an escape to the Camino de Santiago in Spain - a pilgrimage her father had undertaken that had profoundly changed his life.

Avinash Sable Says He Can Win Medal In Steeplechase At Paris Olympics

India's top 3000m steeplechaser Avinash Sable does not want to be just a participant at the Olympics and believes he can a win a medal at the Paris Games beginning later this month. The 29-year-old Sable, who recently broke his own national record, will be competing in his second Olympics. He had failed to make it to the finals at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. "I don't want to just participate, I believe I can win a medal. I am working hard with my eyes set on that goal, if everything falls into place I win a medal," Sable said when asked about the Paris Olympics.

'No Decision On Babar Azam', PCB Chairman To Take Feedback From Former Cricketers

Pakistan Cricket Board (PCB) chairman Mohsin Naqvi will be meeting former cricketers to hold discussions regarding the country's domestic cricket system, Geo News reported, citing sources. According to the report, around 30-35 international cricketers will meet the PCB chairman on Monday. They will give their feedback and suggestions to improve the domestic cricket structure in the country. The expected meeting is being held in light of the recent criticism by some sections of fans and former Pakistan cricketers on the Men in Green's performance in the T20 World Cup 2024.

Jasprit Bumrah, Smriti Mandhana Named ICC Player Of The Month For June

Hero of India's victorious T20 World Cup campaign, Jasprit Bumrah added another feather to his hat when he was on Tuesday named the 'ICC Men's Player of the Month for June'. It was double delight for India as women's team vice-captain Smriti Mandhana was also named the 'Women's Player of the Month' by the global body. Mandhana won her first ICC Women's Player of the Month after playing a starring role in India's sweep over South Africa in the ODI series last month.

Avinash Sable Says He Can Win Medal In Steeplechase At Paris Olympics

India's top 3000m steeplechaser Avinash Sable does not want to be just a participant at the Olympics and believes he can a win a medal at the Paris Games beginning later this month. The 29-year-old Sable, who recently broke his own national record, will be competing in his second Olympics. He had failed to make it to the finals at the Tokyo Olympics in 2021. "I don't want to just participate, I believe I can win a medal. I am working hard with my eyes set on that goal, if everything falls into place I win a medal," Sable said when asked about the Paris Olympics.

Rohit Sharma's Gesture For Team India's Super Fan After T20 World Cup Triumph Wins Hearts On Internet

A heartfelt gesture of Rohit Sharma towards a super fan a day after India's T20 World Cup triumph has won hearts on internet. Sudhir Kumar Chaudhary, a die-hard dan of Indian cricket team, got an opportunity to lay his hands over the T20 World Cup trophy won by India in Barbados. It was Rohit, who provided the fan the chance to touch the coveted trophy that India won after a gap of 17 years. The pictures went viral on social media with the several fans on praising Rohit's humility on social media.

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"Went From A Tin Roof To An AC Hall": Sakshi Malik On Life-Changing Olympic Medal

Mark Wood Added To England Squad For Second Test Against West Indies

‘Secular spirituality’: More and more non-religious pilgrims are walking Spain’s Camino

Avinash Sable Says He Can Win Medal In Steeplechase At Paris Olympics

'No Decision On Babar Azam', PCB Chairman To Take Feedback From Former Cricketers

Jasprit Bumrah, Smriti Mandhana Named ICC Player Of The Month For June

Avinash Sable Says He Can Win Medal In Steeplechase At Paris Olympics

Rohit Sharma's Gesture For Team India's Super Fan After T20 World Cup Triumph Wins Hearts On Internet